Ezra Gardner

Co-Founder, Partner and Portfolio Manager

22 past transactions

REE Automotive

Post in 2025
REE Automotive is an automotive technology company dedicated to revolutionizing the design and manufacturing of electric and autonomous vehicles. The company's innovative REEcorner technology integrates essential vehicle components such as steering, braking, suspension, and powertrain into a compact module positioned within the wheel arch. This design approach enables a flat vehicle platform, providing unprecedented flexibility for the development of various vehicle shapes and sizes tailored to different applications and markets. REE Automotive focuses on commercial electric vehicles that are fully controlled by-wire, allowing for streamlined development and enhanced operational efficiency. With a commitment to zero-emission transportation, the company's technology supports diverse global mobility companies by delivering benefits like reduced total cost of ownership, faster development timelines, increased interior space, and compliance with safety standards. The company operates across several regions including Israel, Germany, the United States, and the United Kingdom.

Arcuro Medical

Series A in 2025
Arcuro Medical Ltd. is focused on developing advanced solutions for meniscus repair in the knee. Established in 2013 and based in Misgav, Israel, the company has introduced its proprietary SuperBall repair system, which features a knotless all-suture anchor and a unique delivery mechanism designed for anatomic joint repair. This innovative system allows medical professionals to perform meniscus repairs safely and effectively within the joint space using specialized suture material, addressing the needs of patients with meniscus tears. Through its technology, Arcuro Medical aims to enhance the quality and reliability of meniscus repair procedures.

REE Automotive

Post in 2024
REE Automotive is an automotive technology company dedicated to revolutionizing the design and manufacturing of electric and autonomous vehicles. The company's innovative REEcorner technology integrates essential vehicle components such as steering, braking, suspension, and powertrain into a compact module positioned within the wheel arch. This design approach enables a flat vehicle platform, providing unprecedented flexibility for the development of various vehicle shapes and sizes tailored to different applications and markets. REE Automotive focuses on commercial electric vehicles that are fully controlled by-wire, allowing for streamlined development and enhanced operational efficiency. With a commitment to zero-emission transportation, the company's technology supports diverse global mobility companies by delivering benefits like reduced total cost of ownership, faster development timelines, increased interior space, and compliance with safety standards. The company operates across several regions including Israel, Germany, the United States, and the United Kingdom.

NeuReality

Venture Round in 2024
NeuReality is a semiconductor start-up that specializes in designing AI-as-a-service infrastructure to meet the needs of the rapidly expanding AI landscape across cloud, edge, and fog systems. The company develops purpose-built AI-centric architecture, focusing on server-on-chip solutions that reconfigure inference technologies, including computer vision, natural language processing, and recommendation engines. This innovative approach simplifies the implementation of advanced AI functionalities for organizations with limited technical expertise, allowing clients to reduce costs and energy consumption by moving away from traditional CPU-centric models. NeuReality aims to facilitate the adoption of AI technologies across various sectors, making them more accessible and efficient.

NeuReality

Series A in 2022
NeuReality is a semiconductor start-up that specializes in designing AI-as-a-service infrastructure to meet the needs of the rapidly expanding AI landscape across cloud, edge, and fog systems. The company develops purpose-built AI-centric architecture, focusing on server-on-chip solutions that reconfigure inference technologies, including computer vision, natural language processing, and recommendation engines. This innovative approach simplifies the implementation of advanced AI functionalities for organizations with limited technical expertise, allowing clients to reduce costs and energy consumption by moving away from traditional CPU-centric models. NeuReality aims to facilitate the adoption of AI technologies across various sectors, making them more accessible and efficient.

Stämm Biotech

Series A in 2022
Stämm Biotech is a San Francisco-based company specializing in advanced bioproduction systems designed to address the scaling challenges in the biotech industry. Founded in 2014, Stämm has developed an innovative biomanufacturing solution that integrates microfluidics, electroporation, and robotics, resulting in a compact, all-in-one Bioprocessor. This system has demonstrated productivity levels at least 70 times greater than traditional bioreactors, enabling clients to miniaturize bioreactors and optimize conditions more efficiently. Stämm's technology incorporates various sensors to monitor biological, physical, and chemical variations throughout the bioprocess, facilitating a streamlined approach to microbial growth and monoclonal cell line development. By transforming large-scale biotech operations into a more manageable micro-factory network, Stämm aims to unlock significant market potential in the coming years.

Incredi.ai

Funding Round in 2021
Data-driven automated platform simplifying the way Middle market companies and SMEs credit is deployed and monitored over time.

TriEye

Series B in 2021
TriEye Ltd., established in 2017 and headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, specializes in developing Short Wave Infrared (SWIR) sensing solutions for autonomous vehicles. The company's core business involves creating CMOS-based SWIR sensors that enable clear imaging and accurate depth perception in challenging driving conditions such as darkness, rain, fog, and dust. TriEye's proprietary technology significantly reduces costs compared to existing industry rates while delivering reliable image data, thereby enhancing vehicle safety and autonomy.

Arbe

Post in 2021
Arbe Robotics Ltd. specializes in developing advanced radar systems designed for small object detection, catering primarily to the automotive industry. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, the company’s flagship product is a High-Resolution Imaging Radar system that provides a comprehensive 4D radar picture, enabling vehicles to perceive their environment under various weather and lighting conditions. Arbe's technology is integral to Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and supports features such as emergency braking and real-time blind spot monitoring, while also paving the way for fully autonomous driving. The company's radar detects a wide range of objects, including vehicles, bicycles, and pedestrians, using proprietary chipsets that ensure high performance at a competitive cost and power consumption. With additional offices in the United States, China, and Japan, Arbe is positioned to impact both automotive and non-automotive sectors globally.

Galileo Wheel

Series C in 2021
Galileo Wheel is a commercial phase startup focused on developing innovative off-road tires under the brand name CupWheel. Designed for conventional and autonomous vehicles in sectors such as agriculture, construction, and mining, CupWheels provide a unique hybrid solution that combines the benefits of both tires and tracks. These airless tires operate under low inflation pressure, allowing for high load capacity, excellent lateral stability, and enhanced ride comfort. Farmers utilizing CupWheels experience increased crop yields due to reduced soil compaction and can work in various weather conditions with improved fuel efficiency and operational uptime, thanks to the unlimited run-flat capability. The company began selling CupWheels for irrigation pivots in 2023 and introduced tractor models by the end of the same year, with plans to develop additional sizes for diverse applications. Several agricultural original equipment manufacturers have already approved and adopted CupWheels, which are currently being manufactured in India and Israel.

Stämm Biotech

Series A in 2021
Stämm Biotech is a San Francisco-based company specializing in advanced bioproduction systems designed to address the scaling challenges in the biotech industry. Founded in 2014, Stämm has developed an innovative biomanufacturing solution that integrates microfluidics, electroporation, and robotics, resulting in a compact, all-in-one Bioprocessor. This system has demonstrated productivity levels at least 70 times greater than traditional bioreactors, enabling clients to miniaturize bioreactors and optimize conditions more efficiently. Stämm's technology incorporates various sensors to monitor biological, physical, and chemical variations throughout the bioprocess, facilitating a streamlined approach to microbial growth and monoclonal cell line development. By transforming large-scale biotech operations into a more manageable micro-factory network, Stämm aims to unlock significant market potential in the coming years.

NeuReality

Seed Round in 2021
NeuReality is a semiconductor start-up that specializes in designing AI-as-a-service infrastructure to meet the needs of the rapidly expanding AI landscape across cloud, edge, and fog systems. The company develops purpose-built AI-centric architecture, focusing on server-on-chip solutions that reconfigure inference technologies, including computer vision, natural language processing, and recommendation engines. This innovative approach simplifies the implementation of advanced AI functionalities for organizations with limited technical expertise, allowing clients to reduce costs and energy consumption by moving away from traditional CPU-centric models. NeuReality aims to facilitate the adoption of AI technologies across various sectors, making them more accessible and efficient.

Arbe

Funding Round in 2021
Arbe Robotics Ltd. specializes in developing advanced radar systems designed for small object detection, catering primarily to the automotive industry. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, the company’s flagship product is a High-Resolution Imaging Radar system that provides a comprehensive 4D radar picture, enabling vehicles to perceive their environment under various weather and lighting conditions. Arbe's technology is integral to Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and supports features such as emergency braking and real-time blind spot monitoring, while also paving the way for fully autonomous driving. The company's radar detects a wide range of objects, including vehicles, bicycles, and pedestrians, using proprietary chipsets that ensure high performance at a competitive cost and power consumption. With additional offices in the United States, China, and Japan, Arbe is positioned to impact both automotive and non-automotive sectors globally.

NeuReality

Seed Round in 2020
NeuReality is a semiconductor start-up that specializes in designing AI-as-a-service infrastructure to meet the needs of the rapidly expanding AI landscape across cloud, edge, and fog systems. The company develops purpose-built AI-centric architecture, focusing on server-on-chip solutions that reconfigure inference technologies, including computer vision, natural language processing, and recommendation engines. This innovative approach simplifies the implementation of advanced AI functionalities for organizations with limited technical expertise, allowing clients to reduce costs and energy consumption by moving away from traditional CPU-centric models. NeuReality aims to facilitate the adoption of AI technologies across various sectors, making them more accessible and efficient.

RAFT Technologies

Private Equity Round in 2020
RAFT Technologies is a telecommunications company based in Tel Aviv, Israel, founded in 2013. It specializes in developing a low latency, transcontinental communication system tailored for financial markets and algorithmic trading firms. The company's wireless communication technology facilitates ultra-low latency communication between various exchanges, ensuring efficient data delivery directly between exchange co-locations. RAFT Technologies focuses on enhancing communication, networking, and monitoring systems, making it a key player in the field of high-frequency trading and algorithmic solutions.

authID

Funding Round in 2020
authID provides biometric identity proofing and authentication services through an easy-to-integrate identity-as-a-service platform. It aims to eliminate passwords and become a global platform for biometric authentication. The company helps enterprises verify who is behind a device for customer and employee logins and transactions, reducing account takeover risk. Its patented biometric platform supports digital onboarding, passwordless authentication, and account recovery, delivering fast, accurate identity verification and a user-friendly experience.

Byrna Technologies

Convertible Note in 2019
Byrna Technologies Inc. is a less-lethal defense technology company that develops and manufactures equipment and munitions for personal security and law enforcement applications. The company offers a range of handheld personal security devices, including the Byrna HD, which is designed for use by civilians and private security professionals. Byrna's product lineup includes accessories compatible with its devices, as well as less-lethal munitions such as impact rounds that incapacitate individuals without causing permanent harm. The company also produces payload rounds containing chemical irritants and marking products for use with 40MM rifled launchers, catering to law enforcement, correctional services, and military markets. Byrna Technologies serves a diverse clientele across the United States, Canada, South Africa, and various international regions. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, Byrna Technologies was formerly known as Security Devices International, Inc. and rebranded in March 2020.

authID

Funding Round in 2019
authID provides biometric identity proofing and authentication services through an easy-to-integrate identity-as-a-service platform. It aims to eliminate passwords and become a global platform for biometric authentication. The company helps enterprises verify who is behind a device for customer and employee logins and transactions, reducing account takeover risk. Its patented biometric platform supports digital onboarding, passwordless authentication, and account recovery, delivering fast, accurate identity verification and a user-friendly experience.

EVR Motors

Seed Round in 2019
EVR Motors Ltd. is an innovative company based in Petah Tikva, Israel, specializing in the development and manufacture of advanced electric motors and direct drive generators. Founded in 2008, the company focuses on producing motors tailored for electric vehicles, as well as generators for various renewable energy applications, including small and large wind turbines, tidal turbines, biogas, biodiesel engines, and marine uses. EVR Motors has created a patented motor topology known as the Trapezoidal Stator Radial Flux Permanent Magnet (TSRF) Motor, which offers improved performance while being smaller, lighter, and more cost-effective than traditional motors. With a team comprised of experienced engineers, including PhDs, EVR Motors aims to provide original equipment manufacturers and Tier 1 suppliers with superior electric motor technology that meets the growing scalability demands of the e-automotive industry.

authID

Funding Round in 2018
authID provides biometric identity proofing and authentication services through an easy-to-integrate identity-as-a-service platform. It aims to eliminate passwords and become a global platform for biometric authentication. The company helps enterprises verify who is behind a device for customer and employee logins and transactions, reducing account takeover risk. Its patented biometric platform supports digital onboarding, passwordless authentication, and account recovery, delivering fast, accurate identity verification and a user-friendly experience.

REE Automotive

Funding Round in 2017
REE Automotive is an automotive technology company dedicated to revolutionizing the design and manufacturing of electric and autonomous vehicles. The company's innovative REEcorner technology integrates essential vehicle components such as steering, braking, suspension, and powertrain into a compact module positioned within the wheel arch. This design approach enables a flat vehicle platform, providing unprecedented flexibility for the development of various vehicle shapes and sizes tailored to different applications and markets. REE Automotive focuses on commercial electric vehicles that are fully controlled by-wire, allowing for streamlined development and enhanced operational efficiency. With a commitment to zero-emission transportation, the company's technology supports diverse global mobility companies by delivering benefits like reduced total cost of ownership, faster development timelines, increased interior space, and compliance with safety standards. The company operates across several regions including Israel, Germany, the United States, and the United Kingdom.

Modular Medical

Funding Round in 2017
Modular Medical, Inc. is a development-stage medical device company based in San Diego, California, dedicated to the design, development, and commercialization of insulin pumps for individuals with diabetes. The company aims to address the needs of insulin-dependent patients, particularly those who still rely on daily injections for their treatment. Founded by Paul DiPerna, who previously established Tandem Diabetes Care, Modular Medical focuses on creating advanced insulin delivery systems that promote ease of use and accessibility. By leveraging modernized technology, the company seeks to enhance adoption rates among both type 1 and type 2 diabetes patients, targeting a significant segment of the market that has been underserved by existing solutions.
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